AMA CPT® Assistant - 1998 Issue 5 (May)
Radiology, 76818, 59025 (Q&A) (May 1998)
May 1998 page 10 Coding Consultation Radiology, 76818, 59025 (Q&A) Question What is included in a fetal biophysical profile, code 76818 ? AMA Comment A fetal biophysical profile, code 76818 , is performed to assess the physiologic status of the fetus and includes five variables: 1) fetal trunk and extremity movement; 2) fetal tone; 3) fetal breathing movement; 4) amniotic fluid volume; and 5) the fetal nonstress test. In order to report code 76818 , these five variables must be performed. Since fetal nonstress test is included in code 76818 , code 59025 , Fetal nonstress test , should not be reported separately. Radiology...
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Article Overview
This short AMA CPT Assistant Q&A explains what the article is about in general terms: obstetric radiology coding guidance focused on a fetal biophysical profile and a related fetal nonstress test. It is relevant to coders, billers, and clinicians who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the coding context discussed in the May 1998 issue.
Why This Topic Matters
The piece helps readers quickly determine whether they need the full premium article for CPT coding clarification in obstetric imaging and fetal surveillance. It is especially useful for anyone reviewing AMA guidance from CPT Assistant and checking whether the article addresses a specific radiology coding question.
What You Will Learn
- The general scope of the CPT Assistant Q&A
- How the article frames obstetric radiology coding guidance
- Which types of fetal assessment are discussed at a high level
- Why the article may be relevant to coding review for fetal surveillance services
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billers
- Compliance staff
- Obstetric care teams
- Radiology billing staff
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